David Wilson Wright, Iii

David Wilson Wright, III, 54, loving son and father, of 2765 Quick Road in Ruffin, passed away Monday, September 1, 2014, at his home.

A funeral service will be held at 11 AM on Saturday, September 6, at Bethesda Presbyterian Church in Ruffin. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.

Mr. Wright was born June 15, 1960 in Reidsville, NC. He was a Lieutenant with the NC State Prison System prior to his retirement and a former volunteer fireman. David is best remembered as a world champion tobacco auctioneer, golfer, fierce Wake Forest fan and his favorite title, Taylor's dad.

He is survived by his daughter, Taylor Wright of Greensboro; mother, Janine Kasten Wright; sisters, Jean Wright-Ricks Antoniades and Julia Katherine Wright, all of Wilmington; and many aunts, uncles cousins and friends.

The family will receive friends Friday evening, 6 - 8 PM at Fair Funeral Home and other times at the home of aunt and uncle, Carol and Jerry Kasten, 2131 Price Rd. in Eden.

Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.fairfuneralhome.com